Fascination , emotion , advanced technology and international appeal – these are the attributes MotoGP™ and BMW M have in common . The thrilling top tier of motorcycle racing and the creator of high-performance automobile masterpieces make the perfect combination in a strong partnership that spans the decades . 2021 marks the 23rd season of BMW M being the “ Official Car ” of MotoGP™ ”.
BMW M Award : M Power for the best qualifier It is not only pole position which motivates the superstars of MotoGP™ to beat everyone else in qualifying . At the end of each season since 2003 , the fastest rider in qualifying has been presented with the BMW M Award . The prize on offer is a brand new BMW M car .
Since 1999 , BMW M is proud to supply the official cars to MotoGP™ . BMW M uses technology taken from motorsport , together with innovative ideas and comprehensive know-how , to ensure that race events run safely . 2021 marks the first time that BMW M presents three new Safety Cars and a new Safety Bike . The BMW M3 , the BMW M4 and the BMW M5 CS Safety Cars are joined by the BMW M 1000 RR Safety Bike . The production versions of the new Safety Cars have already been designed for sporty performance and perfect driving behaviour up to the limits so only a few adjustments were required for their job on the MotoGP™ circuits around the world .
M – the most powerful letter in the world Do you love the feel of pure adrenalin in your veins that only racing can give you ? Do you love the thrill of speed and high-performance ? So do we . This passion has always been the driving force in creating cars that make your heart beat twice as fast . BMW M automobiles have their roots in motorsport and transfer decades of BMW racing experience to the road . High-performance technologies , developed on the racetrack , merge with state-of-the-art designs and the finest materials . Experience BMW M now – and find out why M is the most powerful letter in the world .
In the 2020 season , Frenchman Fabio Quartararo added his name to the list of winners and secured this coveted prize for the first time . He was rewarded for his achievements as fastest MotoGP™ qualifier with the new BMW M2 CS ( combined fuel consumption : 10.4 l / 100 km *; combined CO2 emissions : 238 g / km *).
Also in 2021 , the riders can look forward to an exclusive BMW M Award . More will be revealed at a later date , so stay tuned !
Get all info about BMW M , its activities in MotoGP™ , compelling photos and videos at : www . bmw-m . com .
* All figures relating to performance , fuel / electric power consumption and CO2 emissions are provisional .
BMW M MotoGP™ Experience – a first-hand look behind the scenes Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime ? Take a first-hand look behind the scenes and become a part of the BMW M family at MotoGP™ ! Be a guest in the VIP Village and enjoy exclusive guided garage tours with stunning and exciting insights . Get to know more about the pinnacle of motorcycle racing from MotoGP™ experts . Get your ultimate adrenalin kick in racing the circuits yourself – by completing a lap as a passenger in one of the BMW M Safety Cars . These are just some of the many highlights the BMW M MotoGP™ Experience offers you . It ’ s an exclusive racing experience you will never forget .**
The fuel consumption and CO2 emission figures are determined according to the European Regulation ( EC ) 2007 / 715 in the version applicable . The figures refer to a vehicle with basic configuration in Germany . The range shown considers the different sizes of the selected wheels / tyres and the selected items of optional equipment , and may vary during configuration .
The values are based on the new WLTP test cycle and are translated back into NEDC-equivalent values in order to ensure comparability between the vehicles . With respect to these vehicles , for vehicle-related taxes or other duties based ( at least inter alia ) on CO2 emissions , the CO2 values may differ from the values stated here ( depending on national legislation ).
Further information on official fuel consumption figures and specific CO2 emission values of new passenger cars is included in the following guideline : ‘ Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch , die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen ’ ( Guide to the fuel economy , CO2 emissions and electric power consumption of new passenger cars ), which can be obtained free of charge from all dealerships , from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH ( DAT ), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str . 1 , 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at https :// www . dat . de / co2 /.
** Availability 2021 to be confirmed due to coronavirus situation .
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